Ethylpentyl Methoxychromone

INCI: ETHYLPENTYL METHOXYCHROMONE

CAS Number
PubChem CID 11076632 — *CAS registry number not confirmed in cosmetic databases* [^1_15]
Function
Reported as surfactant in some databases; chromone scaffold suggests possible photoprotective or bioactive function
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes No CFR listing found

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Chromone scaffold raises photosensitization and phototoxicity concerns requiring UV/Vis absorption testing; no CIR, SCCS, or RIFM dossier identified; functional classification unclear and full toxicological package required before CPSR inclusion.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethylpentyl Methoxychromone safe in cosmetics?

Chromone scaffold raises photosensitization and phototoxicity concerns requiring UV/Vis absorption testing; no CIR, SCCS, or RIFM dossier identified; functional classification unclear and full toxicological package required before CPSR inclusion. The EU classifies Ethylpentyl Methoxychromone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ethylpentyl Methoxychromone allowed in the EU?

Ethylpentyl Methoxychromone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethylpentyl Methoxychromone do in cosmetics?

Ethylpentyl Methoxychromone functions as: Reported as surfactant in some databases; chromone scaffold suggests possible photoprotective or bioactive function. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: PubChem CID 11076632 — *CAS registry number not confirmed in cosmetic databases* [^1_15].

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethylpentyl Methoxychromone?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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